The ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival, the world’s largest free literary festival, on Monday announced a new art award to be presented in partnership with Delhi-based art organisation Ojas Art.
The Ojas Art Award, a new annual addition to the Festival, will be presented to two Indian artists.
It will be worth Rs. 51,000 and Rs. 31,000 respectively. The award will also celebrate and encourage new artistic talent by providing a platform for the artists to showcase their work at the LitFest.
Known for its innovation and inclusive approach to the arts and artistic expression, the ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival has been working with Ojas Art for a number of years, showcasing up-and-coming artists’ work. The first edition of the Ojas Art Award will focus on Gond Art and is open for entries from Monday (September 29).
Sanjoy Roy, Producer of the LitFest, said: “We have been working with Ojas Art for several years, presenting visual art to attendees at the ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival, and are excited to further our commitment to the arts today with the announcement of the Ojas Art Award.
The award will provide a great platform for young artists to exhibit their work to the festival’s 2.5 lakh visitors, as well as a cash prize to help support their future work.”
Anubhav Nath, Director of Ojas Art, said: “This award will go a long way in recognising talent and will surely provide an impetus to the tribal and traditional arts of India. The ZEE Jaipur Literature Festival has become a unique platform to showcase the best of Indian art to a large and international audience.”
Entries can be emailed to art@ojasart.com or by post to Ojas Art, 1AQ, Qutab Minar Roundabout, Mehrauli Road, New Delhi 110 030, latest by October 10, 2014.
